Netflix’s top 10 rankings this week are filled with exciting releases and some surprises. With three major premieres—Nobody Wants This Season 2, A House of Dynamite, and The Monster of Florence—it’s clear that Netflix is continuing to draw in diverse audiences. But how did these shows and films perform in the rankings? And how do they compare to previous weeks’ hits? Let’s break it down and see what’s trending on the streaming platform.
Before diving into the details, it’s worth noting a couple of notable absences: Baby Bandito didn’t make the cut on the Non-English TV list, and Who Killed the Montreal Expos? missed out on the English Film list, which was to be expected given its Canada-centric focus. But let’s focus on the top contenders this week.
Key Netflix Top 10 Performers This Week
| Category | Top Ranking Titles | Hours Viewed | Week of Release |
|---|---|---|---|
| English TV | 1. Nobody Wants This: Season 2 | 38,100,000 | Week 1 |
| 2. The Diplomat: Season 3 | 40,800,000 | Week 2 | |
| English Film | 1. A House of Dynamite | 42,400,000 | Week 1 |
| 2. The Perfect Neighbor | 33,400,000 | Week 2 | |
| Non-English TV | 1. The Monster of Florence: Limited Series | 38,300,000 | Week 1 |
| 2. No One Saw Us Leave: Season 1 | 19,800,000 | Week 2 | |
| Non-English Film | 1. The Elixir | 22,400,000 | Week 1 |
| 2. Caramelo | 11,300,000 | Week 3 |
A House of Dynamite Blows Up in English Film Rankings
‘A House of Dynamite’ was the major headline in Netflix’s English Film category this week, debuting at number one with an impressive 42.4 million hours viewed. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this high-stakes action thriller—revolving around a missile threat targeting the USA—captured a lot of attention on its opening weekend.
However, despite its strong debut, reviews have been divisive. Some praise the frantic, tense atmosphere and Bigelow’s direction, while others critique its pacing and uneven storytelling. This mixed reception has caused some uncertainty about whether the film will maintain its strong performance in the coming weeks.
Compared to other 2025 releases, A House of Dynamite lands squarely in the middle. It’s just behind Sofia Carson’s The Life List but slightly ahead of The Woman in Cabin 10, a film that also had a strong opening. Whether this momentum will continue or diminish remains to be seen.
“A House of Dynamite delivers an intense viewing experience, but its mixed reception could lead to either a surge in viewership if the audience buzz grows positive or a decline if the criticisms dominate.” — Alex Kim, Film Critic.
Nobody Wants This Season 2: The Demand is Still High
Following its massive success with Season 1, Nobody Wants This returned for Season 2, topping the English TV charts with 38.1 million hours viewed in its opening week. The show’s fans have continued to show strong support, though there was a slight 16% drop in viewership between seasons 1 and 2.
The show’s strong performance in its opening week proves its continued relevance among Netflix viewers, even with the slight decline. With more content already in the works, including confirmed plans for Season 3, Nobody Wants This appears set to remain a fixture on the platform for the foreseeable future.
Given the ongoing buzz surrounding the series—particularly from fans eagerly anticipating what’s next—Netflix seems committed to keeping it on air. Kristen Bell, one of the lead stars, has even confirmed that the writer’s room for Season 3 is already in action.
“Although the viewership dip between seasons is minor, Nobody Wants This has managed to keep a strong fanbase. With more content on the way, it seems poised for a bright future on Netflix.” — James Turner, TV Analyst.
The Monster of Florence: Gripping Italian Crime Drama
On the Non-English TV side, The Monster of Florence surged to the top, debuting with 38.3 million hours viewed. This Italian crime drama, based on real-life events involving a serial killer in Florence, has already garnered strong reviews, which have undoubtedly contributed to its impressive showing.
Netflix has clearly placed significant weight behind this show, and it’s paying off, with the series matching the performance of other top true-crime hits. Given the compelling storyline and strong acting, it’s likely that The Monster of Florence will continue to perform well in the coming weeks.
The Elixir: A Horror Hit in Non-English Film
The Non-English Film category saw The Elixir dominate, reaching number one with 22.4 million hours viewed. This Indonesian horror film has struck a chord with global audiences, particularly in Latin America, parts of Europe, and Asia.
The Elixir’s success can be attributed to its supernatural themes and suspenseful plot, which have filled a gap in Netflix’s 2025 horror offerings. Its performance across multiple regions shows that horror continues to be a strong genre on the platform, and this film is meeting that demand with style.
The Perfect Neighbor: True-Crime Documentary Success
In the English Film category, The Perfect Neighbor continued to impress, maintaining its high ranking in Week 2 with 33.4 million hours viewed. This true-crime documentary, exploring the dark secrets of a seemingly perfect neighbor involved in a criminal case, has continued to captivate viewers despite a modest 21% increase in viewing hours from Week 1.
This film continues to outperform other true-crime documentaries on Netflix, including Unknown Number: The High School Catfish, and shows no sign of slowing down. Its strong performance reinforces the ongoing appeal of real-life crime stories on the platform.
A Week of Mixed Performances: Surprises and Trends
This week’s performance on Netflix wasn’t all about brand-new releases; there were some notable drops as well. Boots, which premiered a few weeks ago, saw a significant 41% drop in viewing hours during its third week. Despite this, Boots remains a contender for a second season, with enough buzz and interest to keep it in the conversation.
Similarly, Mob War: Philadelphia vs. The Mafia had a somewhat lackluster debut, with only 4.8 million views in its first five days. Given the documentary’s focus on the mob wars between John Stanfa and Joey Merlino, it will be interesting to see if viewership picks up in future weeks or if the series fades from the top rankings.
Weekly Performance Comparison: How Does This Week Rank?
When we compare this week’s Netflix performance to all other weeks since June 2023, we see that it ranks as follows:
| Category | Hours Viewed | Rank Among All Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| English TV | 41,100,000 | Rank 86 of 123 weeks |
| English Film | 94,200,000 | Rank 20 of 123 weeks |
| Non-English TV | 29,000,000 | Rank 54 of 123 weeks |
| Non-English Film | 41,100,000 | Rank 37 of 123 weeks |
In the grand scheme of Netflix rankings, this week’s performance is solid but not groundbreaking. The English Film category, however, is performing exceptionally well, ranking 20th overall, thanks to the success of A House of Dynamite. Similarly, the Non-English Film category has risen due to The Elixir’s strong showing.
What’s Next for These Top Performers?
As we look ahead, there’s potential for these top performers to either maintain or lose momentum:
- A House of Dynamite: The film’s divisive reception could lead to either a significant rise in viewership if word-of-mouth improves, or a decline if the criticisms dominate the conversation.
- Nobody Wants This Season 2: Given the show’s continued fanbase and more content on the way, it’s likely to keep performing well in future weeks.
- The Monster of Florence: With its strong debut, this Italian crime drama is poised to remain a favorite, especially with its compelling real-life narrative.
- The Elixir: This Indonesian horror film has the potential to stay in the top ranks, especially with its international success in multiple regions.
FAQs
It topped the English Film charts with 42.4 million hours viewed but had a mixed reception from audiences, leading to some uncertainty about its future performance.
The Monster of Florence is an Italian crime drama based on real events, centered around a notorious serial killer in Florence, Italy.
It topped the English TV charts in its first week with 38.1 million hours viewed, though it saw a 16% drop in viewership compared to Season 1.
The Elixir, an Indonesian horror film, has found global success due to its supernatural themes and suspenseful plot, particularly resonating with audiences in Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
